Photos: A look at historic election week 2020 in central Maine

Biden cheers vaccine progress, names virus task force members

President-elect Joe Biden cautions that Americans need to be aggressive about mask wearing and social distancing as infections continue to surge around the country.

State finds Wilton man given filled-out absentee ballot by mistake during voting Tuesday

The town clerk and voting staff were processing absentee ballots in the same area as ballots were being handed out.

The Latest: Barr clears Justice Department to investigate alleged voting irregularities

The latest on the election and transition.

Trump faces calls to work with Biden team on transition

The team helping Joe Biden prepare for the White House and a nonpartisan institution are asking the president to cooperate with an orderly transition of power.

Voting changes made for pandemic are likely to stay in Maine

Several innovations aimed at improving the absentee voting process are expected to remain in place for future elections, although some may require legislative action.

In photos: A look back at historic Election Day 2020 in Maine

Press Herald photographers fanned out to record voters and candidates in an election that saw a record turnout.

Americans pivot from a fiery, divisive leader to one with a calmer presence

Biden will inherit a conservative Supreme Court and simmering resentment from the president's supporters.

Firecrackers and prayers as Indians celebrate Harris’ win

People in her grandfather's hometown commemorate her victory with song, food and dance.

The Latest: Former White House officials urge cooperative transition